Holland America Line

- Constantly Among the Highest-Rated Cruise Lines by Conde Nast Traveler Readers' Choice Awards and Travel + Leisure World's Best Awards.
- Best Overall Cruise Value (17 years Consecutive winner) by World Ocean & Cruise Liner Society.
-Cruise Line with the Highest Client Satisfaction (Large Ship Category) by TravelAge West.

With more than 135 years experience, Holland America Line is recognised as the undisputed leader in the cruise industry's premium segment. This year Holland America Line is launching a new Signature Class vessel in Europe, the 2,106 passenger ms Nieuw Amsterdam - sister ship to the 2,104 passenger ms Eurodam that was launched in June 2008. Holland America Line's fleet has now grown to 15 ships that offer nearly 500 cruises from more than 25 countries each year. Itineraries range from two to 108 days and visit all seven continents including Australia/New Zealand and Asia sailings as well as world voyages and popular sailings to several ports in the Caribbean, Alaska, Canada/ New England, Europe, South America, Mexico, Hawaii and Panama.
Holland America Line's US$525 million, fleet-wide Signature of Excellence enhancements are evident in every aspect of the cruise experience offering guests more luxurious accommodations, new entertainment and enrichment programs, enhanced dining experiences and more creative activities. Other popular enhancements include the Explorations Café which is powered by the New York Times, as well as the Culinary Arts Centre presented by Food & Wine magazine - a state-of-the-art onboard show kitchen where more than 60 celebrated guest chefs and culinary experts will provide cooking demonstrations and classes.

Oceanview Stateroom	Verandah Stateroom	Deluxe Verandah Suite
- flat-panel TV and DVD player; - 100% cotton linen; - Elemis Aromapure bath products; - complimentary fresh fruit; - free of charge room service; - shoeshine service; - nightly turndown.	- all amenities of Oceanview staterooms plus: - personalised stationery; - pillow selection; - minibar for easy entertaining in your suite; - 24-hour telephone concierge.	- all amenities of Veranda staterooms plus: - priority boarding and disembarkation: - priority dining: - Neptune lounge access: - laundry service: - cocktail party.

Entertainment

After a day of exploration and sight-seeing, nights on board glitter with choices. Commence your evening with drinks and dancing in the Ocean Bar, take in a movie or visit one of the lounges. Try your luck at the Las Vegas-style casino or catch an extravagant Broadway-style production.

Other options? Take in a movie in the theatre or check out the Crow's Nest, transformed by night into a dazzling nightclub, or the Northern Lights Disco (on select ships) for action well past midnight.

Dining

Dining choices range from a casual bite poolside to a formal five-course affair in the classic main Dining Room. Led by MasterChef Rudi Sodamin, Holland America Line's chefs create innovative signature dishes using the freshest produce and highest quality meats and seafood while knowledgeable wine stewards pair the perfect wine with every dish. Whether you desire the relaxed atmosphere of the Lido or dinner on your private veranda, the choice is always yours.

Facilities

During your days at sea, you are spoilt for choice in your onboard facilities which include two swimming pools, bars and lounges, culinary art centre and a Broadway-style theatre. Alternatively you can relax at the Spa with a sauna, indulge in a massage, go to the beauty salon or visit the gym. There is also a casino, library and cinema.

Accommodation

Enjoy a range of accommodation options from inside and oceanview staterooms through to suites and penthouses. Regardless of which type you choose, each room is furnished with premium linens, Egyptian cotton towels and offers generous storage. Daily housekeeping and turndown service keep the rooms immaculate.